Sweet baby "A" came to visit me at the studio for her six-month milestone session. Great time to capture this milestone half way through a child's first year. Got some great shots of baby "A" sitting up with no support, head shoulder tummy pose and a variety of expressions. This session wasn't her first. Check out her newborn session here.

How to
Prepare for Your Spring Session

I've gone
ahead and given you some tips to ensure your day is stress free and flawless
for your spring session. Listen up!

1. Wear
layers. Spring can be finicky in the sense that you can go from frigid to over
heated in a matter of minutes. I suggest wearing layers -- tank top, tee shirt,
cardigan, scarf, etc. That way each family member can peel off, or add, a layer
as they see fit and remain comfortable throughout the session.

2.
Location is a big deal. You better believe we're going to take advantage of the
fresh, warm air and all those bud popping up from the ground and in the trees.
If you have any favorite locations, let me know.

3. Play
into the colors of the season when choosing your family's outfits. Fresh pops
of green, blue, pink and yellow are always a hit in the springtime. I recommend
choosing a color theme for the whole gang, then slightly deviating from that
with accessories to keep things interesting.

4.
Speaking of accessories: wear them! Choose jewelry, scarves, or prints that
play into the spring theme. Butterflies, flowers, insects, etc, can make for
some super adorable family pictures.

5. Time
it right. Book a session too early and you may miss out on those spring buds.
Book too late and you've already wandered into summer territory. Keep an eye on
the weather and give me-your photographer a call when the time is right.

6.
Incorporate props. Spring offers some beautiful backdrops where props blend in
perfectly. For example, old wooden chairs look stunning in a sea of blooming
rose bushes, and a quilted blanket is lovely on the fresh, green grass.

7. Really
think about your footwear. Spring can often mean a soggy ground, so flip-flops
or heels are not the best choice. Instead, wear something that's comfortable
and spring appropriate, like loafers, flats or boots.